Gangs and youth violence continue to be a growing concern in Southern California. The Salvation Army's youth programs address these issues by serving as an oasis for children in troubled neighborhoods. By working with teens and pre-teens, our staff is committed to helping children overcome adversity and extricate them from the cycle of violence. Children in urban communities are facing a number of obstacles including poverty, violence, overcrowded and failing schools, as well as the temptation of drugs and illegal activities. According to the Office of National Drug Control Policy, youth who are supervised and involved in structured activities are less likely to engage in risky behaviors, such as abusing drugs & alcohol and carrying weapons, than unengaged youth.
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The Salvation Army's youth programs serve as an oasis for children in troubled neighborhoods.
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Youth Centers and After School Programs
The Salvation Army's youth programs provide low-income under served-children and their families with a supportive structured program to help them make positive life choices and become productive adults. The youth served by these programs are encouraged to participate in a variety of sports, clubs and other activities. Children also have the opportunity to explore their talents in dance, art, and music. Finally, our staff work one-on-one with children to provide homework assistance and counseling, in addition to encouraging parents to take an active role in their children's lives. Programs include Hollywood Weingart Center, South LA, Siemon Center, LA Red Shield, Glendale the Zone, and Henley Youth Center in Tustin Ranch.
Licensed Child Care Programs
The Salvation Army offers licensed pre-school and after-school services in Santa Barbara, Torrance, Santa Fe Springs, West Los Angeles, Pomona, South Los Angeles, Tustin Ranch and Central Los Angeles.
Programs That Foster Development
LA Red Shield
Address: 1532 W 11th St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone: (213) 381-3747
Community center with multifaceted programs offering tutoring in math, reading, writing, and computer education.
Siemon Center
Address: 7651 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001
Phone: (323) 586-0288
Academic classes for children aged seven to seventeen including tutoring, SAT Prep, and a reading club.
The Way In
Address: 5939 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Phone: (323) 469-2946
The Way In was founded to help children escape Hollywood street life and provide a home-like environment.
Bessie Pregerson Child Development Center
Address: 1341 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone: (310) 477-2772
A state-licensed preschool program emphasizing early childhood development and instruction.
Lawrence M. Daley Camp and Conference Center
Address: 26801 Dorothy Dr, Calabasas, CA 91302
Phone: (323) 263-1206
Life-changing summer camp experiences for up to 2,000 children every summer at Camp Gilmore.
LA Daycare Center
Address: 836 Stanford Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Phone: (213) 623-9022
The Salvation Army's Los Angeles Daycare Center has been providing daycare for children of low-income parents.
Anaheim Red Shield
Address: 1515 W North St, Anaheim, CA 92801
Phone: (714) 491-1450
Recreation Center serving the youth, family, and senior population of Anaheim.
Henley Youth Center
Address: 10200 Pioneer Rd, Tustin, CA 92782
Phone: (714) 918-0659
Youth Center helping children develop emotional, spiritual, and physical skills.
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